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Peanut Butter Protein Balls (No Bake!)

November 29, 2018 By Kylee 24 Comments Last updated: November 21, 2019

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Delicious little peanut butter protein balls – all you need to do is mix, roll and chill. A simple snack, guaranteed to hold you over till mealtime!

peanut butter protein balls on a blue plate with red and white towel

A super easy, quick recipe for you today! After Thanksgiving, and before the Christmas craziness starts (or has it already?) I wanted an easy way to get some protein in, while not having to stop what I’m doing to do it. I like eating them mid-morning to hold me over til lunch.

These aren’t just great for ME – I’m packing lunches these days and since it gets just as boring PACKING the same old stuff as it does EATING it, I thought I’d do something a little different.

I make these while my boys are in school, and serve them as an after-school snack as well. Why is it that kids come home from school ravenous? I KNOW they eat at school! These peanut butter balls are my secret weapon. Pick them up from school, and throw each of the beasts a baggie containing these. It seems to buy me at least an hour before the whining about when dinner begins.

They’re great motivators for doing homework, too. Even better – these are no-cook! Yep, they’re rolled in graham cracker crumbs – you can skip this if you want to, but I love it!

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Ingredients:

  • Peanut Butter – any kind will do. Use crunchy if it floats your boat!
  • Non-Fat Milk Powder – or use full fat. Alternatively, you could use a vanilla protein powder
  • Raisins – these give the protein balls the chew. Switch out for apricots or cranberries, if you wish
  • Honey – can sub maple syrup or agave
  • Graham Cracker Crumbs – buy them already crushed, or get some frustration out and crush your own! 

How to make Peanut Butter Protein Balls (VIDEO):

Full, printable recipe below – just scroll down to the recipe card!

  1. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients except the graham cracker crumbs.
  2. Scoop the mixture into balls, using a cookie scoop.
  3. Roll in the crumbs and refrigerate.
  4. Devour

FAQs and Kylee’s Notes

  • Try switching the milk powder for protein powder
  • Experiment with different dried fruits – apricots, cranberries, dates.
  • Use almond, sunflower or cashew butter instead of peanut butter
  • More Protein Balls?
    • No Bake Protein Balls (cranberry/chocolate/granola) – packed with flavor, these are perfect for on the go snacking!
    • Banana Oatmeal Energy Balls – These delicious Banana Oatmeal Energy Balls will get you through your day! Just mix, roll and enjoy this no-bake healthy snack.

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Peanut Butter Protein Balls

Delicious little peanut butter protein balls – all you need to do is mix, roll and chill. A simple snack, guaranteed to hold you over til meal time!
5 from 19 votes
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Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chill: 30 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 10 balls
Calories: 231kcal
Author: Kylee Cooks
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients except the graham cracker crumbs.
  • Scoop the mixture into balls, using a cookie scoop.
  • Roll in the crumbs and refrigerate.
  • Devour

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 350mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 0.8mg
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Comments

  1. Cheri Savory Spoon

    January 25, 2015 at 2:06 am

    Hi Kylee, love these protein balls, peanut butter is the best.

    Reply
  2. Kate

    November 29, 2018 at 11:23 am

    I love stuff like this. It’s almost like cookie dough!

    Reply
  3. Danielle Wolter

    November 29, 2018 at 12:29 pm

    I want 4 batches of these. I feel like I would eat all of them in one sitting. I am a sucker for peanut butter. And super easy no bake desserts. These sound awesome!

    Reply
  4. Mahy Elamin

    November 29, 2018 at 12:45 pm

    Those are going to be perfect for my high school runners! Looking forward to trying them!

    Reply
  5. Dan Zehr

    November 29, 2018 at 12:49 pm

    Exactly what I need right about now! These sound so awesome – you rolled all my favorites into one amazing snack!

    Reply
  6. Claudia Lamascolo

    November 29, 2018 at 2:38 pm

    wow my son will go nuts over these and I need to print this out and make them for him. I love that they are also full of protein

    Reply
  7. Cheese Curd In Paradise

    November 29, 2018 at 8:17 pm

    These are just what I need in between school, work, and running the kiddos. I love that they are rolled in graham crackers! One of my favorite snacks is graham crackers with a little peanut butter.

    Reply
  8. Tracy

    November 29, 2018 at 11:09 pm

    The graham cracker is such a great touch. Do yourself a favor and don’t leave it out! My daughter LOVED these!

    Reply
  9. Tracy

    November 29, 2018 at 11:11 pm

    These are so delicious. The graham cracker is the perfect final touch and my daughter absolutely loved them – thank you!

    Reply
    • Kylee

      December 3, 2018 at 1:32 pm

      I’m so glad!

  10. Ruchi

    November 30, 2018 at 12:14 am

    Where do you buy non fat dry milk powder? I would love to try this recipe!

    Reply
    • Kylee

      December 3, 2018 at 1:32 pm

      In the baking aisle at the grocery store!

  11. Jyothi (Jo)

    November 30, 2018 at 8:35 am

    This is my kind of snacks that I would be happy to have these after my workout. These sounds and looks amazing. Love the crumb roll on these protein balls

    Reply
  12. Veena Azmanov

    November 30, 2018 at 10:01 am

    My kids love peanut butter so this would be a huge hit in our home. Sounds so easy to make too. Can’t wait to try.

    Reply
  13. Marisa Franca

    November 30, 2018 at 11:13 am

    We are huge peanut butter lovers and these protein balls would be great as a snack. Sometimes we get so busy we don’t take the time to eat — then we’re ravenous and snack on things that aren’t the best for us. These protein balls would come in handy.

    Reply
  14. Denay DeGuzman

    November 30, 2018 at 7:23 pm

    What a great snack recipe! These protein balls are perfect for road trips, snacks for work, and any time you need a little energy boost! Thank you for sharing this recipe.

    Reply
  15. Sandra

    November 30, 2018 at 7:49 pm

    Oh yes! I can totally relate to your boys, except they sound sweet and I go bizerk when I get the hangries! I’ll be making these protein balls and stashing them in my car for my commute!

    Reply
  16. Michele

    December 1, 2018 at 11:25 am

    I made these yesterday and included my daily protein powder I normally put in a shake too… they were amazing! Never did something so healthy taste so good!

    Reply
  17. Kathy

    December 1, 2018 at 7:14 pm

    I love these protein balls. My kids love the graham cracker crumb coating. This is such a great snack to take with me when I get the kids from school. They are always starving at that time and this is so much better than candy. Filling too!!!

    Reply
  18. Christina

    December 1, 2018 at 7:14 pm

    I love these protein balls. My kids love the graham cracker crumb coating. This is such a great snack to take with me when I get the kids from school. They are always starving at that time and this is so much better than candy. Filling too!!!

    Reply
  19. Madi

    December 2, 2018 at 4:41 pm

    What an amazing snack idea! I love anything with peanut butter!

    Reply
  20. Michaela Kenkel

    December 3, 2018 at 7:34 am

    These are the perfect little pick me up! I can see me popping a couple of them about 2:30 in the afternoon when I start dragging!

    Reply
  21. Jennifer Stewart

    December 3, 2018 at 12:55 pm

    These are perfect for satisfying those ever hungry kids! Especially right after school!

    Reply
  22. Anindita Mou

    September 29, 2019 at 9:55 am

    Its really awesome recipe and i always follow your post. I am also food blogger and writing some protein food review.

    Reply

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